How Our Services Compare to the Industry As The Perfect Middle Ground for Growing Brands

High-quality media is non-negotiable for small businesses seeking an impressive online presence. Businesses need fresh video and photo content to stay visible, connect with their audience, and compete online. But for many small businesses or startups, finding a balance between cost, consistency, and quality can feel nearly impossible.

At Get Local Social, we’ve designed our Monthly Media Service to bridge the gap between two extremes of the industry: expensive full-service production agencies and unpredictable freelance creatives. Our approach gives partners the best of both worlds with affordability, reliability, and creativity wrapped into one seamless experience.

Why Full-Service Production Companies Aren’t Always Practical

Full-scale video production agencies do incredible work, but they often come with price tags that make sense only for corporate campaigns or national advertising budgets. A single project can cost thousands of dollars once you factor in pre-production, storyboarding, filming, editing, and post-processing.

For small to midsize businesses, those costs can be difficult to justify, especially when the goal is to maintain a steady stream of content rather than produce one cinematic commercial. These agencies also tend to operate on longer lead times and complex approval processes, which can slow momentum for social media and digital campaigns that rely on quick turnarounds.

Our model was built differently. We keep sessions approachable, agile, and affordable without sacrificing quality. Each session includes all RAW assets plus high-performing ad reels or edited product photos so businesses can post consistently without waiting months for results.

The Limitations of Freelance Creatives

On the other end of the spectrum are freelance photographers and videographers. Many are incredibly talented, but working with freelancers can come with challenges: inconsistent availability, varying communication styles, and differing quality standards.

Freelancers often juggle multiple clients and may not have the bandwidth to manage recurring brand shoots or tight deadlines. That unpredictability can cause stress for marketing teams and agencies that need content on a reliable schedule.

Get Local Social solves this by offering the flexibility of a freelancer with the dependability of a professional agency. Our team manages scheduling, uploads RAW assets within 48 hours, and delivers edits within two weeks. Partners and their clients always know what to expect, and communication stays clear and timely.

Why Get Local Social Is the Ideal In-Between

Our Monthly Media Service was designed with growing brands in mind. We understand that many local businesses are scaling steadily—they need professional media support but do not yet have the budget for a full production retainer.

By working on a month-to-month basis, we give partners full control over their commitment. There are no long contracts or hidden fees, just straightforward creative collaboration that fits within real-world budgets. Every session is designed to maximize value, providing both the quantity and quality of content needed to stay competitive online.

We also go beyond the technical side of content creation. Our team approaches every session with strategy in mind by considering angles, lighting, trends, and audience engagement to make sure every photo and video serves a purpose.

A Partner You Can Grow With

At Get Local Social, we believe small businesses deserve access to professional media that elevates their brand and fuels their growth. Our services are intentionally structured to provide consistent, affordable, and high-quality results, making us the perfect partner for agencies and businesses that need reliable content month after month.

We are more affordable than most full-service production companies, more dependable than the average freelancer, and built for brands that are ready to grow with confidence.

If you are ready to simplify your content creation process and elevate your brand visuals, learn more about our services.